Twelve Tools at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesPro $36 one-time ($25.20 w/ code FROGDR): 24h review, no backlink needed
- Domain rating
- DR 81
- Link
- Dofollow
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Required for the free listing
- Email confirmation
- Yes, by link or code
- Time to go live
- 72 hours for free submissions, 24 hours for Pro submissions
- Submit at
- twelve.tools/submit-your-tool
What Twelve Tools is and who it's for
Twelve Tools is a curated directory of web tools and startups, adding twelve new listings each day. It covers a wide range of categories from AI and productivity to design and developer tools. The site offers a dofollow backlink for listed tools and has a domain rating of 81.
Founders, makers, and early adopters looking for fresh, hand-picked tools and startups.
It lists
- SaaS tools
- AI tools
- Productivity apps
- Developer tools
- Design tools
- Startups
- Web tools
It doesn't take
- Adult content
- Gambling websites
- Drug-related websites
- Low-quality or spammy submissions
How to submit to Twelve Tools, step by step
Submit your website URL on the submit page. A backlink to Twelve Tools on your homepage or footer is required. Your listing is reviewed within 72 hours.
Create an account
Sign up with your email address. Email verification is required.
Add a backlink
Place a link to Twelve Tools on your homepage or footer. This is required for free submissions.
Submit your URL
Enter your website's URL in the submission form on the submit page.
Wait for review
Free submissions are reviewed within 72 hours. Pro submissions are reviewed within 24 hours.
Get listed
Once approved, your tool appears in the directory with a dofollow link.
What the Twelve Tools form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| Your website's URL | — |
| website | — |
Our free preview drafts your name, tagline, short and long descriptions, categories and tags in the lengths directories like this one ask for. Try it with your URL.
Twelve Tools pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | 1 dofollow link, reviewed within 72 hours, requires backlink |
| Pro | $36 one-time (or $25.20 with code FROGDR) | 3 dofollow links, reviewed within 24 hours, featured on homepage, no backlink needed |
Why Twelve Tools submissions get rejected or stall
- Missing backlink to Twelve Tools on homepage or footer (for free submissions)
- Low-quality or spammy website
- Adult content, gambling, or drug-related website
- Duplicate listing
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Use the Pro plan if you don't want to add a backlink or need faster review.
- Add the backlink before submitting to avoid rejection.
- The FROGDR code gives 30% off the Pro plan.
- Choose the most relevant category when submitting.
Our take on Twelve Tools
Twelve Tools is a good option for startups and web tools looking for a dofollow backlink from a DR81 site. Free submission requires a backlink, but the Pro plan removes that requirement and speeds up review. Expect a curated listing with a dofollow link.
Twelve Tools FAQ
How much does it cost to submit to Twelve Tools?
Free submission is available but requires a backlink. The Pro plan costs $36 one-time (or $25.20 with code FROGDR) and includes 3 dofollow links, faster review, and no backlink requirement.
How long does it take to get listed?
Free submissions are reviewed within 72 hours. Pro submissions are reviewed within 24 hours.
Does Twelve Tools provide dofollow links?
Yes, all listings include dofollow links. Free listings get 1 dofollow link, Pro listings get 3.
Do I need to create an account to submit?
Yes, you need to create an account with email verification.
What are the requirements for free submission?
You must add a backlink to Twelve Tools on your homepage or footer. Your website must be high-quality and legitimate.
Checked against Twelve Tools's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: twelve.tools, twelve.tools/submit-your-tool, twelve.tools/pricing, twelve.tools/c/advertising. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
